Break the rules. Because they don’t serve anyone. The rules of how we are supposed to look (women) and be (men) we’re created by the same logic as the climate crisis, the humanitarian crisis, and the economic system as it is today. Break the rules about bodies and sexuality and attractiveness, because we can REACH those rules as individuals and tear them to shreds.

I recently started a new office job. My rebellion against the rules is that while I will wear slacks and a dressy shirt and office appropriate Sandler, I will NOT paint my face or blow dry my hair! I go into work straight after a swim and a shower, bare faced and wet haired. Just like my male counterparts.

No one has said a damn thing. Thank the goddess. Here’s to being sturdy - also one of my favorite compliments ever.

I’m so glad you’re falling in love so hard. This one is a keeper!